Founded in 1944, CancerCare^® is dedicated to helping people affected by cancer. CancerCare is a national nonprofit organization providing free professional counseling, educational programs, practical help and financial assistance. Headquartered in New York City, we serve all 50 states, including both urban and rural communities. To speak with a CancerCare social worker, call 800‑813‑HOPE (4673).

Our Mission

CancerCare provides free, professional support services to individuals, families, caregivers and the bereaved to help them cope with and manage the emotional and practical challenges of cancer. Our services include counseling, support groups, educational publications, workshops and financial assistance. All of our services are provided by professional oncology social workers and are offered completely free of charge.

Our Free Services

• Counseling

  Our staff of professional oncology social workers helps you and your loved ones manage the emotional and practical challenges of cancer.

• Support Groups

  Led by professional oncology social workers, our support groups allow you to connect with others in similar situations in order to share information and experiences.

• Connect Education Workshops™

  Listen in live by telephone or online to these one-hour workshops. Leading experts in oncology provide up-to-date, in-depth information about cancer-related issues. You can also listen to recordings of past workshops on our website or over the telephone.

• Publications

  Written by oncology experts, our easy-to-read booklets and fact sheets provide reliable, up-to-date information about a wide range of cancer-related topics.

• Financial and Co-Pay Assistance

  Find resources and support to manage your financial concerns. Limited assistance is available to eligible individuals for treatment-related costs such as transportation, childcare and insurance co-payments.

• Community Programs

  We offer a variety of in-person workshops, therapeutic activities and special events throughout the year.

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